This Birthday Photoshoot took MONTHS of Planning!

I had a CRAZY birthday photoshoot with my friend and photographer, Rell, and we had to drive a VERY long distance to do it! But FIRST, I worked with ‪@TayllorLloyd‬ to get my custom birthday invites done, and had Ziya try on a few of her outfit options for the party. Then I worked on some DIY props for the photoshoot.
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LOCATION: Texas
BIRTHDAY: September 1993
ETHNICITY: African American
HEIGHT: 5'11
DAUGHTER: Named Ziya, born April 2016
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[@RavenElyseTV]

I'M WRITING A BOOK ON HOW TO PLAN AN EPIC PARTY YOURSELF! Sign up for the waitlist for my Party Planning Guide: ravenelysetv.com/coming-soon

[@niajohnson2757]

2:51 Hi Raven, I love your KZbin so much. I was wondering what was the name of the website that you used to make yours? ❤❤❤❤

[@faithlee211]

Who’s waiting for birthday vlog to finally drop 🎉❤😂

[@nmilly]

can’t freaking wait

[@61kimmarie]

🖐🏾😃

[@tonyathomas66]

I am so excited! I know it’s going to be FABULOUS as always. 🥰

[@aleesharenea1334]

Me 🎉🎉🎉 I know Her party IS GONNA BE AMAZING.

[@chellybaby]

What date is her bday?

[@SimplyNee]

Okay, so I’m commenting for the 3rd time because it has to be said, the quality and aesthetics of this video. I’m always flabbergasted because I’m an OG Raven Elyse supporter and to know how far she’s come with the quality of her videos! #yougogirl I always feel like I’m watching a high end tv show!

[@lozab8770]

8iii88🎉f0

[@tempusmundibitch]

They really cooked at last year’s planning retreat! I see the growth

[@whbattle04]

Right!!

[@kariskake]

literally!!!❤❤❤

[@charfoggie22]

💕 Zoey is THE most amazing assistant ever. I love her so much. And Rel is awesome and creative. But YOU, girl!!?? You are over THE top fabulous. Your long vision process is immaculate. You are just unreal!!! 💕💕💕💕💕

[@EmorettaRobinson]

Not only am I consistently impressed by Raven's creativity, but also that she's so good at planning all of this out while being there for Ziya. I also love how supportive her mom is. And Zoe is a really good assistant. And the designer, Tanaya, went above and beyond with the outfits and the accessories.

[@kp540]

I love how Raven always creates a series when she’s planning or doing something. It keeps us on our toes and I love seeing the behind the scenes stuff! Those photos are bomb. So glad that you have Zoey to relieve some stress.

[@shaiinuhxx]

Zoe is absolutely heaven sent. She is so organized and detail oriented-down to the schedule for how much time you have to change outfits for your photos. She is amazing!

[@constancegarner3125]

Baby this vlog was EVERYTHING!!! I really enjoyed it! We got a little DIY, party planning, outfit ideas, inspiration, just everything! Proud of you Raven! The vision has definitely come full circle! 🥳

[@caffeole1]

Raven, you were BORN FOR THIS! From one Virgo to another, Happy Dirty 30... 30 looks good on you!!

[@jhansiwaters5607]

Raven this was so fun to watch!!!!!!! Congrats to you and your awesome team! Flawless execution! And Ziya…Oh my goodness, she’s going to look great❤ and Miss Zoe is the absolute best 👏🏾💕

[@Modelchickny]

It’s so cute to include Ziya with her theme party outfit, she looks so adorable! Zoey did a great job with the time management. The fake cake was a neat idea. Your photographer ATE those photos, I viewed some of the photos on your Instagram page and Raven you took those photos to the next level! They were 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥. Raven events are always a vibe! Enjoy your birthday and your party! 🎉🍾🎂

[@lisakaye3919]

Happy Dirty 30 Birthday Raven! You’re an amazing young lady! Hope you’re birthday and party is just as amazing.

[@CelineCatch]

Aww ziya ❤ that’s so cool that she gets to come to your party and make a little appearance lol a kids dream 😂

[@mizzprettyhuston]

I can't wait to see the actual party vlog! I don't know your actual birthday date, but happy birthday Raven! & remember 30's is the new 20's. My 30's have been so much better than my 20's. Enjoy every moment ❤

[@Socialling]

i think the actual bday is today lol

[@mizzprettyhuston]

@@Socialling well that's cool....I didn't miss it & I'm not early lol

[@SimplyNee]

I am PATIENTLY waiting for the birthday vlog 🤗 The anticipation is KILLING me!

[@shirleymacklin4789]

Hello Raven and Ziya ❤ The birthday shoot was excellent 👌

[@madelinesamone7320]

I’ve been watching you since I was 22 , I’m turning 31 next month. So surreal how big Ziya is. Love watching you and your adventures 😊

[@mayadunnegan8510]

I'm obsessed with this series! We need more of these in the future!

[@cg3843]

One thing about Ziya is she’s gonna have her baby in tow. The grandmama is NOT the baby 😂

[@jamarr7315]

When Raven says “never done this before…” it’s going to come out good every time

[@MHand623]

Raven, you are the Queen of entertaining. Your birthday parting is going to be amazing and I am looking forward to seeing the magic that you create. I am so proud of you young lady!!!

[@uniquely__awkwardsimply__b2701]

One thing about Ziya she’s a great mom! She’s going to take care of her baby and she going where she go 😂😂😂❤❤❤❤

[@lydiaalhassan4127]

Raven not Ziya 😅😅

[@HairdiariesofanonguruBlogspot]

Wow I didn’t think that cake was fake at all! It looked so good! And I love you Tayllor immediately put your mind at ease confidently telling you how her and Maya would get your invites together. She’s definitely a great asset to your team!

[@starryniights09]

HAPPY BIRTHDAY ❤❤ I’ve been watching you since Ziya was a baby and I can’t believe you’re 30!

[@LoveJhanelle]

I was looking up "how to fishtail braid" on KZbin many years ago and saw a blonde haired collage girl teaching DIY's. (After watching a few videos) Watching those vlogs with her friends. Watching her go out on her own in her first apartments. Wishing your mother was mine after watching her drive something like 3 hours to be with you to make you feel better. I feel like I live in those apartments, too. Watching pregnant Raven come into her own. I loved the "mummy" pregnancy reveal. I remember when you were scared to drive, now look at you. The evolution of your channel has been amazing. Vlogs, beauty, tech, diy, sometimes they are topics I don't care too much about but I watch, enjoy and learn something new. I remember when you used to sell wigs way back when. (Random memories are flooding in right now.) I remember you making that logo with your initials on the wall. Your family is amazing, and you give us the sense that they are our family. Yo baby has over a million aunts and uncles ready to go to bat for ours, lol. Stepping into single motherhood like a mf'n boss, wearing that sh!t with pride is extremely inspiring. We are so proud of you. Your wins are our wins. Keep up the good work, and after the birthday stuff, I want an episode of the classic "Ravens ratchet kitchen," and I mean the old old school one, lol. Sending much love, and I hope you can truly feel your blessings. You are a light! ❤

[@prettyindacity6708]

Listennnnnnnn y’all DID THAT! I cannot wait to see how everything else turned out! Happy birthday Raven !!!!!thank you for being such an inspiration.

[@DraneaLee]

I love the behind-the-scenes of events that you plan; I really love the involvement of your friends and family (exposure)! Happy 30th! 🎉

[@user-uf5zo8jg6v]

You put me on to Tanaya years ago. When I say the quality is unmatched! literally no fading and shipping is quick AF. I love her brand so much

[@ydaphuck__youlyin6978]

I feel like this party is gonna be groundbreaking for your career! I can’t wait! Nothing but blessings and happy bday Raven 🫶🏽

[@ranezas7092]

Happy birthday Raven Elyse🎉🎉🎉🎉! Thank you for the high quality content and videos.

[@KettasCoils_After50]

When you sprint to KZbin to watch one of your top favorites 😊

[@brendarobinson76]

​@@sophia23346Don't think so you can consider yourself being made from bacteria and rocks

[@dread5971]

🎉Happy Birthday Raven, hope your enjoying your day 🎉

[@jill9405]

The attention to details is unmatched

[@OhthatsAlisha]

Everything came together!! And those dresses were fire!! 🔥 s/o to rell & zoey!! Yal did that. 👏🏽

[@sAv_Doll]

everything looked so good! shout to Zoe with the timing on schedule, Rel with the amazing photos, you with the awesome DIY's and Taylor and (forgot their name) for your E vites!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@07shel]

Just what can’t Raven do?!?! ❤

[@Brittnai]

Life gets sooo much better after 30; I’m so excited to see what you do with this new decade and all of your visions! Happy Birthday!! ❤❤❤

[@SheWritesHerJourney_]

Details Details Details ‼️‼️‼️ The execution is real!!!! The assignment was completed!!! Loving all these behind the scenes footage!!! Can’t wait to see your big 30th birthday celebration vlog!!!

[@enitaugen4723]

Happy birthday your 4 years older than me but I feel like I’ve grown with you fr. I’ve been watching you since 2014 in my college dorm now I have a kid and just seeing your growth really is pushing me to give yt a try again.

[@christavinson]

What a great quality video. Raven is literally such a pro. Such a beautiful woman and mom. I wanna be like her frfr

[@shinaj9626]

Excited for Raven's birthday. 🤗I know it's going to be Epic.

[@AmberB]

I’m loving this series Raven!!💕 YOU ARE LITERALLY THE CONTENT QUEEN!

[@Chelsie_C]

Also the pictures look stunning!!!! Absolutely gorgeous!!! I can’t even choose a favorite look !

[@jasmynb5]

I have absolutely loved this whole series. So excited for the party

[@TaeA1]

Let’s gooo!!! The outfits for your shoot are stunning !! The pictures came out bomb ! Shot out to Rel 🎉🎉🎉 Happy Birthday Ravennnn!!! 💕💕

[@nekijenkins1879]

Ok gurl you did what needed to be done and then some... really pretty photo shoot

[@xochitlroman1586]

Happy birthday Raven🥳 truly left speechless with the delivery of your vision every time 👏🏼 your creativity is fire!!! Always look forward to your videos!

[@jsemone2777]

Gorgeous and glamorous ❤ Love all the looks 😮U nailed it 👸🏻🙌

[@Chariseymfk]

You are so creative. I would never have been able to come up with those ideas. So excited to see it all come together!

[@estherbradley3218]

Raven you ate this theme. I have been here for all of your party themes BUT this one here is on another level!! I can’t imagine what’s next!!! 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾🥳🥳🥳👏🏾👏🏾

[@karlenah10]

The photos on IG have been 🔥 🔥. Happy birthday 🎉 🎁 . This series has been so fun to watch!

[@rosiemetha1413]

September 17th: Happiest 30th Birthday Ever Raven Elyse 🎉🎉❤ BTW your diy's are Everything 🎉🎉

[@ariannacartwright2322]

Oh my gosh I'm so excited because Raven posted I love Raven so much she is one of my comfort KZbinrs you're so beautiful

[@whbattle04]

WOW, from what we've seen so far the photos are going to be bomb!! Raven you're going to shut it down!! Can't wait for the party!!!🎉 I also love the idea of the party invite website. I love the Grandeur of it all!!❤

[@tatianaallen8143]

32:42 ❤😂🎉🎉🎉THIS WAS A GREAT PHOTO SHOOT IDEAL 💡.

[@truebelieversallarewelcome7876]

blessings 😅 this was amazing I can't wait to see the whole thing come together Raven 🥳🥳🥳🥳

[@jonettahawkins8600]

One Thing about Raven she going ALL out on whatever she does She goes hard and I love it ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL and STUNNING

[@CapriceHarding]

Happy birthday, beautiful! You’re truly a gifted young lady! I love seeing all of your visions come to life. I hope you have an amazing birthday party. 🎉🩷

[@thgemini69]

Love, love, love this❤. You really have thought about all the details. Can't wait for the next one💜 You're amazing!!

[@beuncasmith5024]

You looked so beautiful Raven. Happy birthday 🎉🎉🎉

[@ChocoLatte1209]

It’s so fun to see all you’re able to accomplish now that you have an assistant. Shout out Zoe 👏🏾👏🏾

[@SharonDJohnson515]

The outfits are amazing! 🤩🤩🤩

[@NickeshaRodgers]

Happy Birthday Raven!!!!! 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@AshantiShae]

You ate the looks 😍😍 everybody did so good

[@DomQ.0]

I don’t be wanting these to end. You are everything and I can’t wait to see the party vlog.

[@benitalamorell46]

Raven girl, you have outdone yourself! Cable ain't got nothing on you. This is a😮 show that competes. The content, editing, music, and execution is dope! Not a dull moment, completely engaging from.start to finish. You looked fabulous!! A professional job. It's time for your big discovery. You did not miss your shot, lol! How about OWN network... If you consider a drawing for a Fan to attend your birthday party, count me in, I'm just saying... Love, Love, Love this video. ❤

[@giselita787]

I found your videos while looking for a way to manage my sisters huge 30th bday. Its not my first time planning a big party, but Im trying to manage my planning professionally. When I say these videos have given me peace about how Im handling them, I feel so much relief. Im very particular and like to plan everything myself. I thought that I was being extra. Thanks to Raven, I know Im handling it right and got some ideas to handle things easier.

[@LucidityL0ves]

HAPPY BIRTHDAY RAVEN 🎉🎂

[@user-iy1fb4zi4r]

Happy birthday Raven ❤ Elyse

[@DaeMcClay]

Zoey is literally the best assistant 😩👏🏾❤️ she gets it DONE

[@moderointerior363]

The number of times I am refreshing this page and Instagram..... it's like waiting for Rihannas concert tickets to go life at midnight, and you want to make sure you will be the first.... ❤

[@Chelsie_C]

Zoey has been doing her thing in this position and i love it soooo much!!!

[@SamWx2]

I’m LOVING this style of “vlog” you’ve been doing!! It still feels like you, but soo interesting!! This birthday party is going to be soo fabulous!! I’m so excited for you!!!

[@rayneebranch9690]

The photo shoot looked like such a fun time!!! That is every girls dream at least once in life. I also think Zoe is one of the best investments you have made. She fits right in. I love it!! I can't wait for the party.......I feel like I am attending....lol

[@marjoriecoleman8280]

Raven you are definitely committed to the theme, love all of it! ❤❤❤ The photo shoot was absolutely beautiful, love how the DIY of the cake came out. It looked soo real! 🥰 Tfs the BTS, I know this Birthday party is going to be extravagant! 💝

[@lifewithtrenel]

I love the cinematography of this vlog. It felt like I was watching a real show on TV

[@BritgirlTX]

Oh wow! I didn’t want this vlog to end! Can’t wait to see the next one! Ziya looked so cute in the black dress.

[@ClarinetsForever223]

I loved this behind-the-scenes look at the process before the pictures turned out AMAZING. I'm also loving the whole "Raven Elyse TV" show cuts and editing. It definitely uplevels the quality.

[@BreezyDaBaddest]

Happy Birthday Ray!!! I hope your day is as amazing and as dope as you are 🎁🎈🎂

[@nikkinicole2079]

I really LOVE your personality and style. You are so beautiful. Happy Belated Birthday gorgeous ❤🎉

[@pattygacha4246]

Happy 30th Birthday Raven! You are such a creative amazing person and I am looking forward to the birthday vlog❤😁

[@SimplyNee]

Raven on her celebrity status!

[@breezy2phresh]

Zoe is perfect for your team. She gives you that Kardashian team…boom boom boom, you need this? I’m on it/it’s done, time management A+, ideas…A+

[@LaShumbraBates]

Oh my goodness, I remember that we used to do finger-waves like that, with those clips, in the 80s. 😀

[@artbae_crochets]

Yassssss girl you betta werk 💁🏽‍♀️😍😍

[@haynettalester6232]

HAPPY BIRTHDAY ‼️🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🥳🥳🥳🥳🎂🎂🎂🎂🎈🎈🎈🎈🎈

[@he_la_stella]

Ziya makes me smile 😊 ❤️🙏🏽

[@moniquagladden2226]

Your process planning your birthday party looks great, and you look like you're really enjoying yourself. I love to craft too. Everything looks great! On a side note I sometimes will use the garment bags from Dollar Tree when I just need something for a day event. They're plastic, but they really protect my garments well. Not sure if any of your followers have used them and can concur, but they're something to consider buying just to have some on hand. Keep up the good work and Happy Pre-Birthday wishes

[@AlieshiaTV]

I love that you include all the info

[@flitoursinternationalltd1028]

Raven I'm in awe. Love from Nigeria. You are too good

[@lifewithtrenel]

I turn 30 next year and I wish I could say I want to do this level of planning for my party. But I really admire your creativity and dedication. I know the party will not only look amazing but be amazing. Will use these videos as inspo for maybe a small party for myself next year

[@wCamille31]

Ziya pulling up to her “fitting” with her baby on her hip is the cutest thing😂😂

[@gingersnaps997]

Happy birthday! You looked so beautiful during the shoot. ! I can't wait to see the photos and to see the video of the amazing birthday! I love your design esthetic..classy, beautiful and elegant.

[@whitneyc5909]

I’m soooooo ready to see the birthday party 🥳!

[@maryburton9308]

Can't wait to see the party!!!

[@brandymalinovski3212]

OMG I look forward to these videos so much! I can't wait to see the pictures! That black and white dress was incredible!!!!

[@Dr.Pepperlady]

The black dress is so classy on her

[@b.africa1348]

Yaaaaall these Texan Virgos are on ANOTHER LEVEL!! Everything looked absolutely STUNNING Raven Wow! Can't wait to see all the footage and for the birthday extravaganzaaaaaaa!!!

[@ronorleans]

This is really a test of patience! I've watched four or five videos about this birthday party and I want to see the party video. 😂🙌

[@reneenocon5155]

Hi Raven & Ziya! We’re waiting for Birthday & Photo shoot to drop! 🎉🎉🎉 We can’t wait! 🥰🤗❤️♥️💖 We all know when Raven does a party, She does a party!!! This is going to be Lit! 💥💥 Happy 30th Birthday Raven! 🩷❤️♥️ We Love you! ♥️❤️🩷💖💗

[@lovealloverme2]

I started watching you right before you found out you was pregnant with Ziya! I love your videos to see your growth is Amazing!